The foundation of STEM education is in content. As a result, all STEM units must be developed using Maryland State Curriculum Standards. Some of the Maryland State Curriculum Standards are identified below. For a full list of Maryland State Standards please visit MDK12 at http://mdk12.org/instruction/curriculum/index.html

Overview of Maryland State Practices and Capacities


Maryland State STEM Standards of Practice






Common Core State Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects



Common Core State Standards for Mathematics





Technology Education Curriculum Standards


Science Standards

Next Generation Science will replace core learning goals in science.

Environmental Literacy Standards



Social Studies Standards



Health and Physical Education Standards


Music and Visual Arts Standards